2026 Gaming in Germany Conference: Key Insights and Stakeholder Discussions

The 2026 Gaming in Germany Conference will take place on November 10, 2026, in Berlin. Willem van Oort, a key speaker at the event, emphasizes the significance of the conference in shaping the conversation around the regulated gambling market in Germany. The conference aims to connect local and domestic stakeholders in the iGaming industry, providing a platform for building support for ideas that strengthen the regulated market.

Germany, one of Europe’s most heavily regulated markets, faces unique challenges, particularly from the offshore sector. Van Oort notes that the licensed market is not disappearing anytime soon, but many players, including the most vulnerable, are spending their money with offshore operators. This situation is a failure that should not be overlooked, as it means fewer players are protected, and the state misses out on tax revenues and licensed operators on revenues and profits.

The conference will feature several notable sessions. Alexander Müller, Member of the Executive Board of Germany's Free Democratic Party (FDP), will speak about a more pragmatic regulatory approach. Play'n GO's Melanie Hainzer will chair a panel on the role of suppliers in building a sustainable German online gambling market. Additionally, the event will discuss the integration of prediction markets, sweepstakes, and eSports betting within Germany's 2021 State Gambling Treaty. Online casino table games licensing in Germany's most populous states, including the possibility of sublicensing, will also be covered. The opening of the Austrian iGaming market and its potential differences from Germany's regulatory framework will be another key topic of discussion.